Tag Archives: spiritual growth

Faith; September 2, 2026

Posted on September 3, 2026 by jgarrott

2 Timothy 1:12 Yet this is no cause for shame, because I know whom I have believed, and am convinced that he is able to guard what I have entrusted to him until that day. Verse 7 of this chapter is justly … Continue reading →

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Integrity; August 27, 2026

Posted on August 28, 2026 by jgarrott

Colossians 3:17 And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. This whole section is enormously practical. Rather than esoteric discussions of theology and … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Growth; August 26, 2026

Posted on August 27, 2026 by jgarrott

Philippians 3:16 Only let us live up to what we have already attained. This passage, from verse 7 on, is so incredibly rich! I have meditated and preached on it many times over the years. That’s all the more reason … Continue reading →

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The Gospel; August 22, 2026

Posted on August 23, 2026 by jgarrott

Galatians 1:6 I am astonished that you are so quickly deserting the one who called you to live in the grace of Christ and are turning to a different gospel. It is often commented that Galatians is the only one of … Continue reading →

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Marriage; August 21, 2026

Posted on August 22, 2026 by jgarrott

1 Corinthians 7:16 How do you know, wife, whether you will save your husband? Or, how do you know, husband, whether you will save your wife? This is a very touchy, practical subject that most preachers would rather avoid! Marriage is the … Continue reading →

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Gifts; August 17, 2026

Posted on August 18, 2026 by jgarrott

Romans 11:29 For God’s gifts and his call are irrevocable. This is a very important verse that is both widely quoted and not properly understood. It is actually one of the “mysteries of the faith” that Paul refers to from time … Continue reading →

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Conformity to Christ; August 16, 2026

Posted on August 17, 2026 by jgarrott

Romans 8:29 For those God foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brothers and sisters. Verse 28 gets the most attention, but this verse is another earth-shaker. God in His … Continue reading →

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Faith; August 15, 2026

Posted on August 16, 2026 by jgarrott

Romans 4:20-21 Yet he did not waver through unbelief regarding the promise of God, but was strengthened in his faith and gave glory to God, being fully persuaded that God had power to do what he had promised. This statement is true, … Continue reading →

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Love; August 9, 2026

Posted on August 10, 2026 by jgarrott

John 15:12 My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you. The Upper Room Discourse is so incredibly rich, I think I could preach on literally any verse in it! This verse is certainly no exception, and … Continue reading →

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Children; August 2, 2026

Posted on August 4, 2026 by jgarrott

Matthew 18:3 And he said: “Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.” It’s interesting, and a little awkward, that I quoted this verse just two days ago, not realizing … Continue reading →

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